quick breakfast to go?

[anneg]

Hi -

My schedule recently changed such that I have to eat breakfast in the car several days a week. Does anyone have any suggestions for a take-along breakfast that's got some protein? I've been eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, but I know I'll get tired of it eventually ..:D

Thanks in advance for any ideas you might have.

Anne

[Dyanne]

I started a recent thread on what we call "Mexican Muffins," but which are technically called "Breakfast in a Cup." I like them a lot, and they're getting a great response on the BB.

Breakfast in a cup (http://community.cookinglight.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=51470)

Dyanne

[Clover]

I take it you're driving and eating at the same time, not just a passenger? So it's a one-handed deal? I like hot pepper cheese on raisin bread. Or you could eat pieces of cheese and fruit. Or an egg salad sandwich.

[imloulou]

How about a breakfast burrito? Scramble some eggs with peppers, onions, sausage, bacon, cheese, whatever you like in your eggs. (or make it omelet style) Stick it in a tortilla and if you fold it up on the bottom first then fold in the 2 sides, it is really easy to eat in the car.

Ok...yes...I am talking from experience...lol:D

[cher48603]

A fried egg sandwich works for me (oops, they're nuked egg sandwiches). I love egg salad but I think most of it would be in my lap.:eek:

[aggie94]

My standard take-along breakfast is a smoothie made with soy milk (which offers some protein - not a lot, but enough to get me through until lunch): 1 cup frozen mixed berries, 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk, a banana, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp vanilla extract thrown in the blender. Even better, add a tablespoon of protein powder.

[mobear]

Bagel with peanut butter or cream cheese. Cut it in half vertically like a sandwich to make it easier to eat one-handed.
Yogurt or maybe something like a go-gurt.
You could maybe microwave little sausages and make your own sausage biscuits or wraps...but I don't know how healthy those things are.
If you can handle beans in the morning (like those great Mexican breakfasts), you could even eat a black bean veggie burger with some cheese. I used to make mine on whole wheat toast since buying a whole package of buns is a waste for one person.
Protein bars.
String cheese (with other things of course).
Cook up a sheet of granola bars that contains nuts so you get that protein in and can eat one-handed. My mom makes something like this.

I, too, need protein in the mornings.:)

[Vicanddi]

These are great for an on-the go breakfast. Good both cold or hot.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Ham and Cheese Scones

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pork Scones

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons light butter -- chilled, cut into small pieces
1 cup reduced-fat extra-sharp cheddar cheese -- shredded
1 1/2 cups 33%-less-sodium ham -- 6 ounces, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped chives
3/4 cup nonfat buttermilk
2 large egg whites
Cooking spray

Preheat oven to 400°.

Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in cheese, ham, and chives. Combine buttermilk and egg whites, stirring with a whisk. Add to flour mixture, stirring just until moist.

Drop dough by heaping tablespoons onto parchment lined cooking sheets. Bake at 400° for 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Source:
"Adapted from Cooking Light, Sept 2002"
Yield:
"12 scones"
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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 139 Calories; 3g Fat (21.7% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 18g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 15mg Cholesterol; 508mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

NOTES : These are great! Wonderful flavor, with the ham, cheese, and other spices. Great for a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or paired with soup or salad for a meal.

Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 26495 3661 0 0 0 0

[cangoss]

I'm a smoothie drinker too. I've been working with a nutritionist for a couple of months and she wants me to have a good dose of protein in the morning, with a reduced amount of carbs. My current "formula" is 8oz. Westsoy Soy Slender (chocolate or vanilla), 1 scoop of protein powder, 2T of sugar free nestle quik, and three ice cubes. I use my hand-held blender to mix it. It holds me until lunch time most days. It has 6g fiber, 33g protein, and 13g carbs.